Common Questions

What kind of classes are taught?
KYG classes can be either group or  private lessons. Group lessons allow for games and partner poses. Private lessons allow us to work with your child to address his or her individual needs. Private lessons would be particularly helpful for children with any special need/ability or  children that need extra assistance in developing strength, concentration, focus, relaxation, etc...

How do you teach yoga to children?
KYG classes draws from a variety of Yoga experience, however, our training is specifically from YogaKids International.  We use over 200 YogaKids poses to keep each class fun, educational, and engaging for the child. The poses are based on traditional yoga poses, but they have been adapted for the child’s body and attention. These poses are mixed and matched into lessons with games, stories, music, and more. We sing, dance, stretch, and have fun!

What is the class format or typical class like?

Circle Time- Icebreakers, Name Games, Sharing, and Warm-up stretches
Singing/chanting - to help develop our "voice" and speech/breathing patterins
Yoga Poses- Individual Poses, Games, and Partner Poses sometimes using the props. Science, Math, Music, Anatomy, or Language Arts are often integrated into the yoga poses.
Storytime- Reading a story and acting it out in with yoga
Drawing or Craft
Quiet Relaxation and Visualization

What should kids bring to class?
Children should bring a mat with them to class if they have one. If not, mats may be borrowed at certain locations.  They should wear loose clothing that allows them to move easily. T-shirts, shorts, sweat suits, or leggings are perfect.